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Difference-maker at Duke

Marvin Bagley's decision to play for Duke -- and play this season -- shifts the college landscape. Arizona is good. Kansas is good. Michigan State is good. But Bagley's choice has everyone looking up at Duke -- again.

Changes ... for better and worse

It's the one-and-done era. Things change in a hurry. Last year at this time, it wasn't good to be Missouri. Now? Here comes Michael Porter Jr. Last year, Virginia's Tony Bennett could do no wrong. Now? Some wonder if his offensive approach works.

Tired of LaVar's act

At first, LaVar Ball was a guilty pleasure. Like the Kardashians, he was famous for being famous. It felt harmless. We were wrong. Twice now he has told a woman to "stay in her lane." The truth is he's a misogynist not worthy of our time.

Summer BPI rankings

The Wichita State Shockers were a 10-seed in the 2017 NCAA tournament, but the latest version of the Basketball Power Index says Gregg Marshall's experienced and talented team should be aiming much higher in 2017-18.